2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2010 Acura MDX
To start off, 2010 Acura MDX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (336 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2010 Acura MDX. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2010 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura MDX weights approximately 191 kg more than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Because 2010 Acura MDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura MDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 2010 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Chrysler | Acura |
| Model | 300 | MDX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 2064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 79 L |
